Benchmarks and Challenges

• Challenges 2.0

What are Challenges?

Gymondo Challenges offer you the ability to commit to your fitness goals. Whether you join a yoga, HIIT or cardio Challenge, you’ll always find a way to put your commitment to the test.

Can I start Challenges alongside my active Programs?

Yes, you can start a Gymondo challenge individually or together with your active workout programs.

Where can I find them?

Challenges are available on our website and in the mobile app. Currently, this feature isn’t available for TV apps. You’ll be able to start Challenges, and view active, upcoming and completed Challenges here.

Web: Log into your Account > Click on Challenges



Mobile App: Log into your account > Tap on Fitness > Tap on Challenges



What if I want to do a Challenge on my TV?

There are 2 ways you could do a Challenge workout on your TV:

1. Start a Challenge in a different device (website or mobile app) > go to your TV app and search for the upcoming Challenge workout by name > complete the workout in the TV app and it will be added to your Challenge progress once you log into your Gymondo account on the website or mobile app again.

2. Open a Challenge workout on your laptop or mobile app > stream the workout to your TV using Chromecast, Apple AirPlay, Miracast or whichever streaming service is available for your devices.

Where can I find all my current Challenge info and progress?

You'll find all your current Challenge info by clicking into the Challenge either on the website or in the app. There you'll see how many days are left for the Challenge, how many workouts you've completed, and how many left to go. You can also view or play upcoming and completed workouts from there.



How many Challenges can I join at the same time?

You can join any number of Challenges simultaneously, but please beware not to over-train. Rest days and active recovery are important too!

Can I end a Challenge I no longer want to do?

Yes, you'll find the option to quit a Challenge by entering the active Challenge and clicking or tapping on Quit Challenge. Incomplete Challenges will automatically be removed from your Challenges view once the Challenge ends.

Do I earn badges for Challenges?

Yes, you earn a badge for every completed Challenge as well as badges towards general categories like number of workouts completed and type of workout completed.

What's the difference between Challenges and Benchmarks?

Challenges are a group of workouts which you need to complete within a set number of days, like a mini-program. Benchmarks are contained within a workout, and they track how many repetitions of a specific exercise you can do within 60 seconds. Check this article for more information on Benchmarks.

Cheryl Joseph - February 19, 2024 11:08

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• Gymondo Benchmarks

What are Benchmarks?

Most Gymondo workouts start with a 60 second Benchmark interlude (previously called Challenge) comprised of either squats, push-ups, crunches, power knees, burpees, lunges or mountain climbers. After doing as many of these as you can within 60 seconds, you then enter the number you did in the pop-up which appears. You can then have an overview of your progress in the Progress section of your Gymondo account.

What are Benchmarks good for?

Benchmarks help you warm up with an effective full-body exercise to get your heart rate up at the start of your workout. Your fitness profile stores the results of the Benchmarks, so you can see your progress at any time.

What should I be aware of when doing Benchmarks?

The goal of the Benchmarks is to complete as many repetitions as possible. However, it is just as important that you always perform the exercises using proper form - that means, don't skimp on form for speed. This is the only way to train safely and effectively.

How do I count the repetitions properly?

You've completed a repetition when you've performed the exercise once in the full range of motion (back to the start position). The correct execution of some benchmark exercises can be found in our magazine articles:

• Squats

• Push-ups

• Burpees

• Lunges

• Mountain climbers

Where can I see my progress?

Benchmark progress can be viewed on the Gymondo website, or in the Gymondo app.

On the website: Log in > click on Progress > click on See All > Click on Benchmarks > Click on the Benchmark you'd like to see > Click on 6 months, 3 months or 1 month to view your progress for that time period.



In the app: Log in > tap on Progress > scroll down to Benchmarks and tap on See All > tap into the Benchmark you'd like to see.



Are the results of my Benchmarks shared publicly?

No. Your progress is not shared with anyone and is only visible in your personal Gymondo account. We do not share your data with 3rd parties and it's only saved for you to track your personal progress over time.

I entered an incorrect value. Can I edit the Benchmark values?

Yes, you can update the Benchmark values but this can only be done on the website. Simply click on the purple dot showing the value you'd like to edit > click on Edit > update the number > click on the check mark.

What's the difference between Challenges and Benchmarks?

Benchmarks used to be called Challenges. you'll find Benchmarks in many workouts and you have 60 seconds to complete a Benchmark and count how many repetitions of the given exercise you can do. Benchmarks serve as a yardstick of your own best performance.

The new Gymondo Challenges consist of a certain number of workouts you must complete over a number of days to earn a badge. They are similar to a short workout program and you can find more information about them in this article.

Cheryl Joseph - January 13, 2024 22:29

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